Under Mount Nittany in State College, Happy Valley Brewing Company brews hand-crafted beer for a taproom built around gathering with friends and family. Head brewer Robert Keeler guides a lineup that includes the flagship Barnstormer IPA, alongside a kitchen serving house-made Sicilian pizza and other pub fare. The brewery also hosts music, comedy and beer-focused events in its cellar.
Levity Brewing CompanySince 2016, Levity Brewing Company has brewed beer and run lively taprooms in western Pennsylvania, with its original Indiana brewery joined by a second location in downtown Altoona. Both spots pair house beer with locally sourced food and community events, while the Indiana homebase adds live music, outdoor gathering space, and the private Levity Loft.INDIANA, PA
CoStar BrewingPittsburgh’s CoStar Brewing has been brewing in the region since 2011, with a philosophy that favors the quiet appeal of well-made beer over hype. Its Etna brewery and taproom extend that idea into a relaxed gathering place, including regular community events such as yoga in the brewery.ETNA, PA
Susquehanna Brewing CoSix generations of beer-making tradition anchor Susquehanna Brewing Co., a craft brewery and tasting room in Pittston that brews for northeastern Pennsylvania. Its brewhouse uses upward-infusion mashing, a Bohemian decoction kettle and a hopjack, while the brewery’s rotating beers range from German-inspired lager to fruit-forward and hop-driven ales. The company also keeps its community focus close, hosting tours, events and fundraisers at its Pittston brewery.PITTSTON, PA
Four Seasons Brewing Company, IncFour Seasons Brewing Company operates a brewery, pub and taproom in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, pairing its house-brewed beer with food from the on-site Harvest Kitchen. The venue also hosts live music and community events, with a back room available for private gatherings.LATROBE, PA